FM 1540 over Javelin Creek
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 0.40 MI N of FM 70 · Structure no. 161260147001001
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 142
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1540 over Javelin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1540 over Javelin Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 142 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1540 over Javelin Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1540 over Javelin Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1540 over Javelin Creek carry?
About 142 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is FM 1540 over Javelin Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1540 over Javelin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.